2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1966 Honda S600

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 43 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 556 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 2009 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1966 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1966 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Chevrolet Express 1966 Honda S600
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Express S600
Year Released 2009 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 606 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 301 HP 56 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 8500 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 52 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 705 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 3350 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 35 L