1964 Honda S600 vs. 1999 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 504 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 504 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1964 Honda S600. (54 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1964 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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:
| 1964 Honda S600 | 1999 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | S600 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
