1965 Honda S600 vs. 1996 Kia Clarus
To start off, 1996 Kia Clarus is newer by 31 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Clarus (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Clarus weights approximately 515 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, 1996 Kia Clarus, 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, 1996 Kia Clarus (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Honda S600 | 1996 Kia Clarus | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | S600 | Clarus |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 606 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |