1985 Honda Jazz vs. 1966 Honda S600
To start off, 1985 Honda Jazz is newer by 19 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 1,231 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Honda S600 (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Honda S600 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1985 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Honda Jazz, 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, 1985 Honda Jazz (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Jazz | 1966 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Jazz | S600 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2010 mm |
