1986 Citroen CX vs. 1970 Honda S800
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 16 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 710 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, 1986 Citroen CX, 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, 1986 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 1970 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | S800 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
