1970 Honda S800 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda 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 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 205 kg more than 1970 Honda S800.
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 Fiat Panda, 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 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S800 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | S800 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 150 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 | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
