1970 Honda S800 vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 40 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 840 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, 2010 Ford C-Max, 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S800 | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | S800 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2788 mm |
