2009 Ford Focus vs. 1970 Honda S800
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 461 kg more than 1970 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Focus, 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 Ford Focus (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1970 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | S800 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
