2008 Honda Stream vs. 1969 Honda S600

To start off, 2008 Honda Stream 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 750 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, 2008 Honda Stream, 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 Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda Stream 1969 Honda S600
Make Honda Honda
Model Stream S600
Year Released 2008 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 791 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 66 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 200 km/hour 151 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1475 kg 725 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 3340 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 35 L


 

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