1967 Honda S800 vs. 1983 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 16 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 130 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, 1983 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 1983 Vauxhall Astra (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Honda S800 | 1983 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | S800 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
