1966 Honda S600 vs. 1966 Saab 96
To start off, both 1966 Honda S600 and 1966 Saab 96 were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Saab 96 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Saab 96 (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Saab 96 should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Saab 96 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1966 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Saab 96, 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, 1966 Saab 96 (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 Saab 96 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Honda S600 | 1966 Saab 96 | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | S600 | 96 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 606 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 58.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |