1965 Honda S600 vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 38 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 658 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru R2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Honda S600 (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru R2 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1965 Honda S600.
Because 2003 Subaru R2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Subaru R2 (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru R2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Honda S600 | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | S600 | R2 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 30 L |
