1966 Honda S600 vs. 2006 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Accent is newer by 40 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 411 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, 2006 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2006 Hyundai Accent (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Honda S600 | 2006 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | S600 | Accent |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 606 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |