1963 Honda S500 vs. 2002 Opel Concept M
To start off, 2002 Opel Concept M 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Concept M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Concept M (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Concept M should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Concept M weights approximately 572 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 Opel Concept M, 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 Opel Concept M (205 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Concept M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Honda S500 | 2002 Opel Concept M | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | S500 | Concept M |
Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 531 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1980 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |