1970 Honda S800 vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 760 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 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda S800 | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | S800 | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |