2007 Ford Focus vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 38 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 906 kg more than 1969 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford Focus, 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 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1969 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | S600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |
