1969 Honda S800 vs. 1987 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 205 is newer by 18 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 205. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1969 Honda S800.
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, 1987 Peugeot 205, 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, 1987 Peugeot 205 (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S800 | 1987 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | S800 | 205 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 789 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |