1967 Honda S800 vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1970 Subaru FF-1 is newer by 3 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 1,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Subaru FF-1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Subaru FF-1 (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Subaru FF-1 should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Subaru FF-1 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1967 Honda S800. 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, 1970 Subaru FF-1, 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, 1970 Subaru FF-1 (103 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1970 Subaru FF-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Honda S800 | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | S800 | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
