1987 Citroen AX vs. 1969 Honda S800
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 12 kg more than 1969 Honda S800.
Because 1969 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 1969 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX, 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, 1987 Citroen AX (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1969 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | AX | S800 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 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 | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
