1965 Honda S600 vs. 2009 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Renault Megane 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600.
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 Renault Megane, 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 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Honda S600 | 2009 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | S600 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
