2003 Audi TT vs. 1970 Honda S800
To start off, 2003 Audi TT is newer by 33 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi TT (237 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi TT weights approximately 810 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 2003 Audi TT 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, 2003 Audi TT 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, 2003 Audi TT (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi TT | 1970 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | S800 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 35 L |
