1965 Honda S600 vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1338 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600. 2009 Jeep Wrangler has automatic transmission and 1965 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1965 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Wrangler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Honda S600 | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | S600 | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 606 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 85 L |