1966 Honda S600 vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 1981 Zastava 102 is newer by 15 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 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Zastava 102 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Honda S600 (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Zastava 102 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1966 Honda S600.
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, 1981 Zastava 102, 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, 1981 Zastava 102 (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Zastava 102 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Honda S600 | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Honda | Zastava |
| Model | S600 | 102 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2160 mm |
