1970 Honda S800 vs. 2011 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2011 Renault Sandero 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Sandero (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Sandero should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Sandero weights approximately 401 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 Renault Sandero, 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 Renault Sandero (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S800 | 2011 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | S800 | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 161 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 | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
