1965 Honda S600 vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II 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 1,791 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma II (111 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 1382 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 Kia Shuma II, 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 Kia Shuma II (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Honda S600 | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | S600 | Shuma II |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 606 cc | 1791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2087 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |