2008 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Honda S600
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 515 kg more than 1968 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, 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 Honda Civic (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1968 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | S600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
