1966 Honda S600 vs. 1991 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 106 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Honda S600 would be higher. At 953 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Honda S600 (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 57 kg more than 1966 Honda S600.
Because 1966 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 1966 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 106, 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, 1991 Peugeot 106 (71 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm). This means 1991 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Honda S600 | 1991 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | S600 | 106 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
