1999 Audi TT vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 34 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (174 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 605 kg more than 1965 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Audi TT, 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, 1999 Audi TT (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1965 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | S600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
