2002 Honda City vs. 1968 Honda S600
To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 34 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda City weights approximately 217 kg more than 1968 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Honda City, 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 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda City | 1968 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | City | S600 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
