1968 Honda S800 vs. 2008 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Atos is newer by 40 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 171 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, 2008 Hyundai Atos, 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, 2008 Hyundai Atos (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S800 | 2008 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | S800 | Atos |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |