1969 Honda S800 vs. 1998 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1998 Kia Sephia is newer by 29 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Sephia (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Sephia weights approximately 370 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, 1998 Kia Sephia, 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, 1998 Kia Sephia (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S800 | 1998 Kia Sephia | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | S800 | Sephia |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 789 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |