1965 Honda S600 vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 594 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 Renault Megane, 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 Renault Megane (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Honda S600 | 1996 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | S600 | Megane |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 606 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 178 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 Weight | 705 kg | 1299 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |