1970 Honda S800 vs. 1997 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1997 Lancia Dedra is newer by 27 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 460 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.
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, 1997 Lancia Dedra, 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, 1997 Lancia Dedra (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S800 | 1997 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | S800 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 180 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 | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |
