2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1969 Honda S800
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 34 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 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 10 kg more than 1969 Honda S800.
Because 1969 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 1969 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1969 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | S800 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 35 L |
