1963 Honda S500 vs. 1966 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1966 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Honda S500 would be higher. At 785 cc, 1966 Suzuki Fronte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Honda S500 (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Honda S500 should accelerate faster than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Suzuki Fronte weights approximately 34 kg more than 1963 Honda S500.
Because 1963 Honda S500 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 1963 Honda S500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Suzuki Fronte, 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, 1966 Suzuki Fronte (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Suzuki Fronte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Honda S500 | 1966 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | S500 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 531 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
