2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1970 Honda S800
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 36 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800.
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, 2006 Fiat Palio II, 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, 2006 Fiat Palio II (103 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Palio II | 1970 Honda S800 | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio II | S800 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 70 mm |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |