1963 Honda S500 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1979 Nissan Stanza is newer by 16 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 229 kg more than 1963 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Honda S500 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S500 | Stanza |
Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 531 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |