1963 Honda S500 vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 25 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Civic weights approximately 124 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, 1988 Honda Civic, 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, 1988 Honda Civic (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Honda S500 | 1988 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | S500 | Civic |
Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 531 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |