1967 Honda S600 vs. 2011 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2011 Ford Galaxy is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S600 would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1967 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1967 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Galaxy, 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, 2011 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600. 2011 Ford Galaxy has automatic transmission and 1967 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1967 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Galaxy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Honda S600 | 2011 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | S600 | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
