2008 Citroen C1 vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 2008 Citroen C1 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S600 would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C1 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1970 Honda S600.
Because 1970 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 1970 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C1, 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, 2008 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C1 | 1970 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C1 | S600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
