2000 Honda S2000 vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2000 Honda S2000 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S2000 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1967 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda S2000 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 2000 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Riley Kestrel, 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, 2000 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda S2000 | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
Make | Honda | Riley |
Model | S2000 | Kestrel |
Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |