1965 Honda S600 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 29 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Polo (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600.
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, 1994 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1994 Volkswagen Polo (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Honda S600 | 1994 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | S600 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
