1969 Honda S600 vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 43 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 779 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo, 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | S600 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
