2004 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Honda S600
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 38 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 565 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.
Because 1966 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 1966 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1966 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | S600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
