1945 Citroen 7A vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 1965 Honda S600 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 7A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 7A would be higher. At 1,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Citroen 7A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Honda S600 (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 7A. (33 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 7A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 7A weights approximately 195 kg more 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, 1945 Citroen 7A, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 7A | 1965 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 7A | S600 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1303 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2010 mm |
