1966 Honda S600 vs. 2002 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2002 Mini Cooper is newer by 36 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mini Cooper (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster 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, 2002 Mini Cooper, 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, 2002 Mini Cooper (149 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm). This means 2002 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Honda S600 | 2002 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | S600 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
