1965 Honda S600 vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 43 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 680 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, 2008 Opel Astra, 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, 2008 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Honda S600 | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | S600 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |
