2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 would be higher. At 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1969 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Honda S600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | S600 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5969 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |