1966 Honda S600 vs. 2011 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 45 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1218 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600. 2011 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1966 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1966 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Honda S600 | 2011 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | S600 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
