2005 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 35 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 987 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 165 kg more than 1970 Honda S600.
Because 1970 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 1970 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion, 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, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Sirion | 1970 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Sirion | S600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
