1963 Honda S500 vs. 2001 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Toyota Celica 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Celica weights approximately 393 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 Toyota Celica, 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 Toyota Celica (180 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Honda S500 | 2001 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S500 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 531 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
