1963 Honda S500 vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 23 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 264 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.
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, 1986 Peugeot 309, 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, 1986 Peugeot 309 (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Honda S500 | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | S500 | 309 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 531 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |