2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 385 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 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 Fiat Strada, 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 Fiat Strada (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1970 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Strada | S600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |
