1969 Honda S800 vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 16 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 320 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 1985 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S800 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
