1965 Honda S600 vs. 2005 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Sonata 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 985 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 Sonata, 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 Sonata (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Sonata 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 Sonata | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | S600 | Sonata |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 606 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |