1970 Honda S800 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 34 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 900 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 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S800 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | S800 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
