1963 Honda S500 vs. 1993 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1993 Suzuki Swift 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Suzuki Swift (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 104 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 Suzuki Swift, 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 Suzuki Swift (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Honda S500 | 1993 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | S500 | Swift |
Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 531 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |