1965 Honda S600 vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 325 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 Renault Clio, 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 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Honda S600 | 2006 Renault Clio | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | S600 | Clio |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 606 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
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 | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |