1969 Honda S800 vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 32 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 472 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | S800 | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |
