1968 Honda S600 vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1968 Honda S600.
Because 1968 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 1968 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 307, 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, 2002 Peugeot 307 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S600 | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | S600 | 307 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |