1987 Citroen CX vs. 1968 Honda S800
To start off, 1987 Citroen CX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 726 kg more than 1968 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen CX | 1968 Honda S800 | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | S800 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2010 mm |