1969 Honda S600 vs. 2003 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 807 is newer by 34 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 807 (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 962 kg more than 1969 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Peugeot 807, 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, 2003 Peugeot 807 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 2003 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | S600 | 807 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |
