2001 Ford Ka vs. 1968 Honda S600
To start off, 2001 Ford Ka is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ka weights approximately 155 kg more than 1968 Honda S600.
Because 1968 Honda S600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ka | 1968 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | S600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
