1969 Honda S600 vs. 1982 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1982 Peugeot 305 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1982 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1969 Honda S600.
Because 1969 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 1969 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Peugeot 305, 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, 1982 Peugeot 305 (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1982 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 1982 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | S600 | 305 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
