1968 Honda S800 vs. 2009 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2009 Nissan Livina 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Livina weights approximately 615 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, 2009 Nissan Livina, 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, 2009 Nissan Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S800 | 2009 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S800 | Livina |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |