1970 Honda S800 vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 36 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 270 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, 2006 Opel Corsa, 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S800 | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | S800 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
