1969 Honda S800 vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 234 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 Kia Rio, 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 Kia Rio (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | S800 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
