1965 Honda S600 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1322 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1965 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1965 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Honda S600 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | S600 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
