1963 Honda S500 vs. 1993 Honda CRX
To start off, 1993 Honda CRX is newer by 30 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), 1993 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda CRX weights approximately 324 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, 1993 Honda CRX, 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, 1993 Honda CRX (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Honda S500 | 1993 Honda CRX | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | S500 | CRX |
Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
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 | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |