1970 Honda S800 vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 39 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i10 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 286 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, 2009 Hyundai i10, 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, 2009 Hyundai i10 (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda S800 | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | S800 | i10 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3565 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1595 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |