1970 Honda S800 vs. 1970 Monteverdi 2000
To start off, both 1970 Honda S800 and 1970 Monteverdi 2000 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi 2000 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi 2000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi 2000 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1970 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda S800 | 1970 Monteverdi 2000 | |
Make | Honda | Monteverdi |
Model | S800 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 82 L |