1968 Honda S800 vs. 1996 Mini MK VI
To start off, 1996 Mini MK VI is newer by 28 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mini MK VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Honda S800 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1996 Mini MK VI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Mini MK VI, 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, 1996 Mini MK VI (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Mini MK VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S800 | 1996 Mini MK VI | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | S800 | MK VI |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |