1966 Honda S600 vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Honda S600 | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S600 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 606 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |