1967 Honda S800 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 43 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 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800.

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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Honda S800 2010 Volkswagen Citi
Make Honda Volkswagen
Model S800 Citi
Year Released 1967 2010
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 791 cc 1423 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 117 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 151 km/hour 159 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3350 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 49 L