1965 Honda S600 vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 633 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 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Honda S600 | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S600 | New Beetle |
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 | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |