1969 Honda S600 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 612 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 C4, 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 C4 (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 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 C4 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | S600 | C4 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
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 | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
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 | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |