2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 1968 Honda S800
To start off, 2002 Citroen C 15 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 231 kg more than 1968 Honda S800.
Because 1968 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 1968 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C 15, 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, 2002 Citroen C 15 (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 1968 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C 15 | S800 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
