1965 Honda S600 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 44 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 462 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, 2009 Honda Civic, 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, 2009 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Honda S600 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | S600 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 177 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 | 1167 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
