1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Honda S600 would be higher. At 704 cc (2 cylinders), 1992 Fiat Cinquecento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Honda S600 (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (32 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Honda S600 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento, 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, both vehicles can yield 52 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 1965 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Cinquecento | S600 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 123 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
