2007 Acura TSX vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 37 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Acura TSX, 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, 2007 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600. 2007 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1970 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1970 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | TSX | S600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
