1969 Honda S800 vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 30 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 120 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, 1999 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1999 Toyota Yaris (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S800 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
