2005 Audi TT vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 40 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (179 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 535 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, 2005 Audi TT, 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, 2005 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1965 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | S600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
