1966 Honda S600 vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 28 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 745 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa, 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Honda S600 | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | S600 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
