1967 Honda S800 vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 38 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 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 324 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, 2005 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2005 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Honda S800 | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | S800 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
