1967 Honda S800 vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 41 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 956 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra, 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S800 | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | S800 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |