2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 39 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 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Honda S600 (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 155 kg more than 1965 Honda S600.
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, 2004 Fiat Panda, 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 1965 Honda S600 | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | S600 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1106 cc | 606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |