2009 Audi TT vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 39 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 211 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 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1970 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | S600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
