1988 Citroen AX vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 19 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen AX weights approximately 25 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, 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 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 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 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1969 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | AX | S600 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
