1998 Fiat Marea vs. 1969 Honda S800
To start off, 1998 Fiat Marea is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Marea (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Marea weights approximately 545 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea, 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 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Marea | 1969 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Marea | S800 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
