1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1968 Honda S600
To start off, 1970 Citroen Ami is newer by 2 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 791 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Honda S600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami.
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, 1970 Citroen Ami, 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, 1968 Honda S600 (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Honda S600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen Ami | 1968 Honda S600 | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Ami | S600 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 35 L |