1965 Honda S600 vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 40 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (137 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 981 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Honda S600 | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | S600 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 606 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 86.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |