2005 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu YRV 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu YRV (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 260 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 Daihatsu YRV, 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 Daihatsu YRV (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu YRV | 1965 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | YRV | S600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
