1965 Honda S600 vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 45 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 353 kg more than 1965 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Citroen C3, 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, 2010 Citroen C3 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600. 2010 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 1965 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1965 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Honda S600 | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | S600 | C3 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 606 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |