1988 Citroen AX vs. 1968 Honda S600
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 20 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Honda S600 weights approximately 17 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX. 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, 1988 Citroen AX, 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, 1988 Citroen AX (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen AX | 1968 Honda S600 | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | AX | S600 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |