1995 Audi S6 vs. 1970 Honda S800
To start off, 1995 Audi S6 is newer by 25 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 2,226 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi S6 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi S6 weights approximately 1025 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 1995 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Audi S6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi S6 | 1970 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S6 | S800 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
