2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1966 Honda S600
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 35 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri weights approximately 710 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri (260 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 1966 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Centauri | S600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
