1966 Honda S600 vs. 1967 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1967 Subaru FF-1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Honda S600 would be higher. At 977 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Subaru FF-1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Honda S600 (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Subaru FF-1. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1967 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Honda S600 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1967 Subaru FF-1. 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, 1967 Subaru FF-1, 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, 1967 Subaru FF-1 (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1967 Subaru FF-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Honda S600 | 1967 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | S600 | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
