1968 Honda S800 vs. 2003 Isuzu Wizard
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Wizard is newer by 35 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Wizard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Wizard (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Wizard should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Wizard weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1968 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Isuzu Wizard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Wizard will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Isuzu Wizard (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Wizard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Honda S800 | 2003 Isuzu Wizard | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | S800 | Wizard |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
