2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 39 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 382 kg more 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, 2008 Ford Fiesta, 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 Ford Fiesta (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fiesta | 1969 Honda S600 | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | S600 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |