1969 Honda S800 vs. 1972 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1972 Peugeot 404 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 404. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1969 Honda S800.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 1972 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | S800 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
