1968 Honda S800 vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 728 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 Citroen C5, 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 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800. 2010 Citroen C5 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. 2010 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S800 | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | S800 | C5 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |