2005 Audi TT vs. 1970 Honda S800
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 35 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 570 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 1970 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 1970 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT, 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, 2005 Audi TT (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1970 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | S800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 35 L |
