2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1967 Honda S600
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 253 kg more than 1967 Honda S600.
Because 1967 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 1967 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3, 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, 2001 Citroen C3 (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1967 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | S600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
