1969 Honda S600 vs. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1969 Honda S600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 135 kg more than 1969 Honda S600.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | S600 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
