1970 Honda S800 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 41 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 720 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, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S800 | 2011 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | S800 | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
