1994 Ford Aspire vs. 1966 Honda S600
To start off, 1994 Ford Aspire is newer by 28 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Aspire (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aspire should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aspire weights approximately 225 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, 1994 Ford Aspire, 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, 1994 Ford Aspire (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aspire | 1966 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Aspire | S600 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 35 L |
