1970 Honda S800 vs. 2007 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 37 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 658 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, 2007 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2007 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda S800 | 2007 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | S800 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
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 | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |