1978 Citroen CX vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 1978 Citroen CX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Honda S600 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen CX (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 665 kg more than 1965 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 1965 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | S600 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
