1967 Honda S800 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Parati 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Parati (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 265 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 Volkswagen Parati, 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 Volkswagen Parati (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S800 | 1997 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S800 | Parati |
Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |