2002 Citroen C8 vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1965 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8, 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, 2002 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 1965 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C8 | S600 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
