2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 38 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 425 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, 2008 Fiat Punto, 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1970 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | S600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1150 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 35 L |
