1967 Honda S800 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 685 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 Skoda Octavia, 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 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Honda S800 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | S800 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| 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 | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
