1974 Citroen CX vs. 1968 Honda S600
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 6 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 680 kg more than 1968 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Citroen CX, 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1968 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | S600 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
