1967 Honda S800 vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 45 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 795 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, 2012 Hyundai Tucson, 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, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S800 | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | S800 | Tucson |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |