2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1966 Honda S600
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 145 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.
Because 1966 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 1966 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 (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1966 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | S600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |
