1967 Honda S800 vs. 2006 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 39 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 615 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147, 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S800 | 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | S800 | 147 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |