1963 Honda S500 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 40 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 729 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Honda S500 | 2003 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S500 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 531 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
