1967 Honda S800 vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1976 Renault 5 is newer by 9 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 5 (93 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 5 weights approximately 140 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, 1976 Renault 5, 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, 1976 Renault 5 (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S800 | 1976 Renault 5 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | S800 | 5 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |