1970 Honda S800 vs. 1986 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1986 Talbot Horizon is newer by 16 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 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 238 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, 1986 Talbot Horizon, 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, 1986 Talbot Horizon (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S800 | 1986 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | S800 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
