1967 Honda S800 vs. 1969 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1969 Innocenti Mini is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S800 would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Honda S800 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1969 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Honda S800 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 S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1967 Honda S800 (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Honda S800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S800 | 1969 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | Honda | Innocenti |
Model | S800 | Mini |
Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |