1965 Honda S600 vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 1991 Renault Clio is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Clio (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Clio weights approximately 290 kg more than 1965 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Clio, 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, 1991 Renault Clio (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Honda S600 | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | S600 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |
