Tipping the scales at just over 800kg, the S660 employs the same three-cylinder, 660cc turbocharged engine found in the popular N-Box kei-car. However, to improve throttle response, engineers have revised the turbo geometry to produce quicker off the mark acceleration and stronger mid-range torque.
To lift the overall performance of the engine, the redline is raised from 7,000rpm to 7,700rpm, while a deeper oil pan helps to cope with the higher G-forces during cornering and braking. The turbo spools up at around 2,500rpm and delivers a healthy dose of torque right up to the redline.
It’s between 5,000 and 7,700 rpm that the engine really comes to life, though, letting out a high-pitched metallic raspy roar that betrays the engine’s tiny capacity. Following in the footsteps of the S2000’s legendary gearbox and shifter, the S660 incorporates a notchy transmission with delightfully short throws.
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"Imagine taking the current Honda NSX, stripping away its hybrid components, and then reducing the remainder by 50%. What you get is the Honda S660 – a mid-engined, rear-wheel-drive marvel featuring a targa top, compact dimensions, and a lightweight design. This vehicle not only champions environmental friendliness with its minimal fuel consumption but also enhances the immediate surroundings with its focus on pure, unadulterated fun."
"Honda has developed a one-off mid-engine, rear-wheel drive chassis just for the S660 constructed out of an aluminium and steel sub-frame that’s stiffer than the old S2000."
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