1963 Honda S500 vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 33 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton 400 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 400 weights approximately 279 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, 1996 Proton 400, 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, 1996 Proton 400 (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Honda S500 | 1996 Proton 400 | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | S500 | 400 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 531 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |