2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1966 Honda S600
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1776 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 Express (400 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1966 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Express | S600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 35 L |
