2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1969 Honda S800
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 38 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Punto weights approximately 334 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Fiat Punto, 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1969 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | S800 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 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 | 1044 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
