1969 Honda S800 vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta is newer by 15 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Delta weights approximately 290 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta, 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, 1984 Lancia Delta (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | S800 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 195 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 | 710 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
