1998 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Honda S800
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 28 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 735 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 1970 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 1970 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6, 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, 1998 Audi A6 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1970 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | S800 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
