1963 Honda S500 vs. 2001 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2001 Proton Perdana is newer by 38 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Proton Perdana weights approximately 519 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, 2001 Proton Perdana, 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, 2001 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Honda S500 | 2001 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | S500 | Perdana |
Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 531 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 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 | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |