1974 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1966 Honda S600
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 8 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 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Daihatsu Consorte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Consorte (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Honda S600 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte.
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:
| 1974 Daihatsu Consorte | 1966 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Consorte | S600 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
