1966 Honda S600 vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1326 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 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Cherokee (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Honda S600 | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | S600 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 78 L |
