1967 Honda S800 vs. 1997 Nissan Almera
To start off, 1997 Nissan Almera is newer by 30 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Almera (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Almera weights approximately 335 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, 1997 Nissan Almera, 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, 1997 Nissan Almera (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S800 | 1997 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S800 | Almera |
Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |