1997 Fiat Punto vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 1997 Fiat Punto is newer by 32 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Honda S600 (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Punto weights approximately 135 kg more than 1965 Honda S600.
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, 1997 Fiat Punto, 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, 1997 Fiat Punto (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Punto | 1965 Honda S600 | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | S600 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |