1989 Austin Maestro vs. 1968 Honda S800
To start off, 1989 Austin Maestro is newer by 21 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Maestro weights approximately 201 kg more than 1968 Honda S800.
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, 1989 Austin Maestro, 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, 1989 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Maestro | 1968 Honda S800 | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Maestro | S800 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 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 | 915 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |