2002 Audi S3 vs. 1969 Honda S800
To start off, 2002 Audi S3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S3 weights approximately 713 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 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, 2002 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S3 | 1969 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S3 | S800 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 35 L |
