1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1966 Honda S600
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 32 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1365 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 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1966 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | S600 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2010 mm |
