1965 Honda S600 vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 855 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, 2004 Opel Signum, 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, 2004 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Honda S600 | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | S600 | Signum |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 220 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 | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
