2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1967 Honda S800
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 360 kg more than 1967 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 1967 Honda S800 | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio | S800 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |