1966 Honda S600 vs. 2010 Citroen C1
To start off, 2010 Citroen C1 is newer by 44 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C1 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1966 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Citroen C1, 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 C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Honda S600 | 2010 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | S600 | C1 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
