2000 Honda Prelude vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 2000 Honda Prelude is newer by 35 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Prelude weights approximately 535 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, 2000 Honda Prelude, 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, 2000 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Prelude | 1965 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Prelude | S600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
