1970 Honda S800 vs. 1997 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Zeta 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 940 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 Zeta, 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 Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Zeta 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 Zeta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | S800 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
