1968 Honda S800 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Lupo 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 1,042 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 256 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, 2004 Volkswagen Lupo, 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 Volkswagen Lupo (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S800 | 2004 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S800 | Lupo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 34 L |