1965 Honda S600 vs. 2006 Kia Cerato

To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 41 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Cerato (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 548 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, 2006 Kia Cerato, 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, 2006 Kia Cerato (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Honda S600 2006 Kia Cerato
Make Honda Kia
Model S600 Cerato
Year Released 1965 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 606 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 56 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 52 Nm 143 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 54.5 mm 75.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 65 mm 87 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 145 km/hour 186 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 705 kg 1253 kg
Vehicle Length 3310 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 55 L