2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1968 Honda S800
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 37 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 788 kg more than 1968 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Citroen C5, 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 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1968 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | S800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
