1966 Honda S600 vs. 2010 Citroen C5

To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (205 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 892 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 C5, 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 C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 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 C5
Make Honda Citroen
Model S600 C5
Year Released 1966 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 606 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 56 HP 205 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 52 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 54.5 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 65 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
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 1597 kg
Vehicle Length 3350 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 66 L