1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 17 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 75 kg more than 1969 Honda S600.
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, 1986 Citroen Visa, 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1969 Honda S600 | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Visa | S600 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |