1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1968 Honda S800
To start off, 1968 Honda S800 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,278 cc, 1967 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Honda S800 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1968 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | S800 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 791 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 35 L |
