1965 Honda S600 vs. 2002 Nissan Primera

To start off, 2002 Nissan Primera is newer by 37 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Primera (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Primera weights approximately 565 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, 2002 Nissan Primera, 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, 2002 Nissan Primera (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Honda S600 2002 Nissan Primera
Make Honda Nissan
Model S600 Primera
Year Released 1965 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 606 cc 1769 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 56 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 52 Nm 158 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
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 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 3310 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 62 L