1969 Honda S800 vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 39 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Cordoba (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 528 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, 2008 Seat Cordoba, 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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | S800 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
