1967 Honda S800 vs. 2003 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 307 is newer by 36 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 307 (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 780 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, 2003 Peugeot 307, 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, 2003 Peugeot 307 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Honda S800 | 2003 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | S800 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
