1965 Honda S600 vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 47 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 535 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4, 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Honda S600 | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | S600 | SX4 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 606 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4511 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1544 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |