2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 37 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 733 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.
Because 1969 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 1969 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 1969 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mondeo | S600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 35 L |
