2009 Fiat Idea vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea 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 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Idea weights approximately 425 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 Fiat Idea, 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 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Idea | 1969 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Idea | S600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 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 | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
