1967 Honda S800 vs. 1971 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1971 Morris Traveller is newer by 4 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 1,273 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Traveller is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Traveller weights approximately 145 kg more than 1967 Honda S800.
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, 1971 Morris Traveller, 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, 1971 Morris Traveller (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Traveller will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Honda S800 | 1971 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | S800 | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
