2006 Audi A4 vs. 1965 Honda S600

To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 41 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 805 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, 2006 Audi A4, 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, 2006 Audi A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 1965 Honda S600
Make Audi Honda
Model A4 S600
Year Released 2006 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 606 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 56 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 8500 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 52 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 54.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 65 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 705 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 3310 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 35 L