1966 Honda S600 vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 690 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, 2007 Opel Astra, 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 Opel Astra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Honda S600 | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | S600 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |
