1963 Honda S500 vs. 2002 Audi A3
To start off, 2002 Audi A3 is newer by 39 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A3 weights approximately 614 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, 2002 Audi A3, 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, 2002 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500. 2002 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1963 Honda S500 has manual transmission. 1963 Honda S500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Honda S500 | 2002 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | S500 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 531 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
