2006 Honda Accord vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600.
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 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1969 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | S600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
