1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1967 Honda S800
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S800 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 465 kg more than 1967 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Sunbird | 1967 Honda S800 | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Sunbird | S800 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2010 mm |