2003 Ginetta G34 vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 2003 Ginetta G34 is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ginetta G34 weights approximately 85 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, 2003 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ginetta G34 | 1969 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Honda |
| Model | G34 | S600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1230 mm |
