1963 Honda S500 vs. 1993 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 106 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 106 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 114 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, 1993 Peugeot 106 (82 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm). This means 1993 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Honda S500 | 1993 Peugeot 106 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | S500 | 106 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 531 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 82 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |