1966 Honda S600 vs. 2007 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa is newer by 41 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa 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, 2007 Nissan Versa, 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, 2007 Nissan Versa (173 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Honda S600 | 2007 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S600 | Versa |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 606 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |