2006 Honda Accord vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 36 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1265 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.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 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 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1970 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | S600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
