1963 Honda S500 vs. 2000 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda HR-V is newer by 37 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda HR-V weights approximately 394 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, 2000 Honda HR-V, 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, 2000 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Honda S500 | 2000 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | S500 | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 531 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 73 L |
