2004 Audi A4 vs. 1968 Honda S600
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 36 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (169 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 840 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 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1968 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | S600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
