1968 Honda S800 vs. 2011 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 43 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 1,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 321 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, 2011 Daewoo Kalos, 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, 2011 Daewoo Kalos (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Honda S800 | 2011 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Honda | Daewoo |
| Model | S800 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 157 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 | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
