1988 Citroen Axel vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 1988 Citroen Axel 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 791 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Honda S600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen Axel weights approximately 95 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 Axel, 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, 1969 Honda S600 (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Honda S600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Axel | 1969 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Axel | S600 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 820 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
