2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 1967 Honda S800
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xsara 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 542 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 Citroen Xsara, 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 Citroen Xsara (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 1967 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xsara | S800 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |
