1967 Honda S800 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 29 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 500 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant, 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S800 | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | S800 | Galant |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |