1969 Honda S800 vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 679 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 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | S800 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
