1967 Honda S800 vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1976 Subaru Leone 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 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Honda S800 (67 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Subaru Leone weights approximately 85 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, 1976 Subaru Leone, 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 Subaru Leone (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1976 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S800 | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | S800 | Leone |
Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 66 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |