2001 Audi A3 vs. 1967 Honda S800
To start off, 2001 Audi A3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A3 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1967 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A3, 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, 2001 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A3 | 1967 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | S800 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
