1995 Audi A6 vs. 1966 Honda S600
To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 29 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 665 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, 1995 Audi A6, 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, 1995 Audi A6 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A6 | 1966 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | S600 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
