1968 Honda S800 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1593 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 Volkswagen Polo, 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 Volkswagen Polo (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Honda S800 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | S800 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
