2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S600 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 598 kg more than 1970 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1970 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-150 | S600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 35 L |
