1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1966 Honda S600
To start off, 1987 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 21 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 620 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.
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, 1987 Chrysler Conquest, 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, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chrysler Conquest | 1966 Honda S600 | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Conquest | S600 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |