2004 Honda Element vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 2004 Honda Element 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 806 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, 2004 Honda Element, 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 Element (218 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1965 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Element | S600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
