2004 Honda Z vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 2004 Honda Z 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Honda Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Honda S600 (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Z weights approximately 255 kg more than 1965 Honda S600.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 Z (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Z | 1965 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Z | S600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
