2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1966 Honda S600
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 39 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1762 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1966 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1966 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1966 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Avalanche | S600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 35 L |
