1970 Honda S800 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (84 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 360 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 Volkswagen Polo, 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 Volkswagen Polo (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S800 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | S800 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 177 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 | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
