1967 Honda S800 vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Publica is newer by 10 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 991 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Honda S800 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Honda S800 | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S800 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2170 mm |
