1968 Honda S800 vs. 1969 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1969 Peugeot 204 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1968 Honda S800.
Because 1968 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 1968 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Peugeot 204, 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, 1969 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1969 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S800 | 1969 Peugeot 204 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | S800 | 204 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |