1970 Honda S800 vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 305 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1970 Honda S800.
Because 1970 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 1970 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305, 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, 1978 Peugeot 305 (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S800 | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | S800 | 305 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
