1969 Honda S800 vs. 2000 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2000 Proton Tiara is newer by 31 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), 2000 Proton Tiara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Proton Tiara weights approximately 70 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, 2000 Proton Tiara, 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, 2000 Proton Tiara (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Proton Tiara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 2000 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | S800 | Tiara |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
