2007 Audi A3 vs. 1968 Honda S600
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1968 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3, 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 Audi A3 (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1968 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | S600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
