1970 Honda S800 vs. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon 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 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 640 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 Lancia Ypsilon, 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 Lancia Ypsilon (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S800 | 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | S800 | Ypsilon |
| 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 | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
