1966 Honda S600 vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1987 Zastava Yugo is newer by 21 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Zastava Yugo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Zastava Yugo (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Zastava Yugo should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Zastava Yugo weights approximately 245 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, 1987 Zastava Yugo, 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, 1987 Zastava Yugo (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Zastava Yugo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Honda S600 | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
Make | Honda | Zastava |
Model | S600 | Yugo |
Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 606 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 48 L |