2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Honda S600 (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 260 kg more than 1965 Honda S600.
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 Fiat Punto, 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 Fiat Punto (149 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1965 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | S600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
