1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 33 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo, 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1965 Honda S600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Dardo | S600 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |