1969 Honda S800 vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 40 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 348 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, 2009 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | S800 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 208 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 | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
