1963 Honda S500 vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Clio weights approximately 329 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 Renault Clio, 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 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Honda S500 | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | S500 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 531 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
