1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1966 Honda S600
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 13 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 880 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1966 Honda S600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Camaro | S600 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |