1999 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1970 Honda S800
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 29 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 988 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 180 kg more than 1970 Honda S800.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Sirion | 1970 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Sirion | S800 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 35 L |
