1965 Honda S600 vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 46 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), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 561 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, 2011 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Honda S600 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | S600 | C3 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
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 | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |