1987 Fiat Regata vs. 1967 Honda S800
To start off, 1987 Fiat Regata is newer by 20 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Fiat Regata weights approximately 180 kg more than 1967 Honda S800.
Because 1967 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 1967 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Regata, 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 Fiat Regata (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1987 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Regata | 1967 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Regata | S800 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
