2009 Citroen C2 vs. 1970 Honda S800
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 39 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C2 weights approximately 220 kg more 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, 2009 Citroen C2, 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, 2009 Citroen C2 (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 1970 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C2 | S800 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 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 | 930 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 35 L |
