1969 Honda S800 vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 36 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 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 534 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, 2005 Ford Focus, 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, 2005 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800. 2005 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1969 Honda S800 has manual transmission. 1969 Honda S800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | S800 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
