1964 Honda S600 vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Honda S600 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1964 Honda S600. (54 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1964 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2001 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1964 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1964 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Honda S600 | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Honda | Land Rover |
| Model | S600 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
