1967 Honda S600 vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 106 (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1967 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Peugeot 106 (112 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S600 | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | S600 | 106 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |