1966 Honda S600 vs. 1994 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1994 Nissan Primera 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Primera weights approximately 370 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 Nissan Primera, 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 Nissan Primera (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Honda S600 | 1994 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S600 | Primera |
Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 606 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1075 kg |