1967 Honda S800 vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (84 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 466 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 Leon, 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 Leon (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon 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 Leon | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | S800 | Leon |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |