2009 Ford Ka vs. 1967 Honda S600
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ka weights approximately 162 kg more than 1967 Honda S600.
Because 1967 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 1967 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ka, 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 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 1967 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | S600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
