2006 Honda Insight vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight 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 999 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Insight (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Honda Insight, 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 Honda Insight (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 1965 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Insight | S600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
