2007 Honda Accord vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600.
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 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1969 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1969 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1969 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | S600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | 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 | 4860 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
