1987 Ford Probe vs. 1967 Honda S600
To start off, 1987 Ford Probe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S600 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Probe (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1967 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Probe weights approximately 525 kg more than 1967 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Probe, 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 Ford Probe (262 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Probe | 1967 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Probe | S600 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2010 mm |
