2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 40 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 824 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, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 1969 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Aveo | S600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
