2002 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 365 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.
Because 1969 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 1969 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm, 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, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Prizm | 1969 Honda S600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Prizm | S600 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |