1963 Honda S500 vs. 2004 Opel Combo
To start off, 2004 Opel Combo is newer by 41 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Combo weights approximately 509 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, 2004 Opel Combo, 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, 2004 Opel Combo (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Honda S500 | 2004 Opel Combo | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | S500 | Combo |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 531 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |