1965 Honda S600 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 45 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 1,339 cc (2 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic 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, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Civic (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | S600 | Civic |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 606 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |