2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1966 Honda S600
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 736 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler Crossfire (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 1966 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Crossfire | S600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1441 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
