1965 Honda S600 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 39 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1207 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 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (302 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Honda S600 | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S600 | Montero |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 74 L |
