1963 Honda S500 vs. 1998 Proton Persona
To start off, 1998 Proton Persona is newer by 35 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Proton Persona (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Proton Persona weights approximately 234 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, 1998 Proton Persona, 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, 1998 Proton Persona (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Honda S500 | 1998 Proton Persona | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | S500 | Persona |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 531 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |