1966 Honda S600 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 47 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 615 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 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Honda S600 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | S600 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 606 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2645 mm |