1968 Honda S800 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 42 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 611 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147, 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Honda S800 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | S800 | 147 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
