1969 Honda S800 vs. 1996 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Pony is newer by 27 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 220 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, 1996 Hyundai Pony, 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, 1996 Hyundai Pony (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 1996 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | S800 | Pony |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
