1968 Honda S800 vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 41 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (218 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 881 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 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1968 Honda S800 has manual transmission. 1968 Honda S800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Honda S800 | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | S800 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |
