1998 Honda S-MX vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 357 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX 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 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda S-MX | 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | S-MX | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
