2001 Ford F-150 vs. 1970 Honda S800
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 is newer by 31 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 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1970 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford F-150 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, 2001 Ford F-150 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford F-150 | 1970 Honda S800 | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | F-150 | S800 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4193 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2010 mm |