1977 Citroen GS vs. 1967 Honda S600
To start off, 1977 Citroen GS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,015 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Citroen GS weights approximately 165 kg more than 1967 Honda S600.
Because 1967 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 1967 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Citroen GS, 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, 1977 Citroen GS (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1977 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen GS | 1967 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | GS | S600 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
