1968 Honda S800 vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2004 Nissan Altima is newer by 36 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 2,505 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Altima weights approximately 647 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 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, 2004 Nissan Altima, 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, 2004 Nissan Altima (244 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Honda S800 | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | S800 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 2505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 76 L |
