1967 Honda S800 vs. 1989 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1989 Westfield ZEI is newer by 22 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 15 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1989 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S800 | 1989 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Honda | Westfield |
Model | S800 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |