1963 Honda S500 vs. 2004 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2004 ZAZ Wagon 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 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 ZAZ Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 ZAZ Wagon (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 ZAZ Wagon should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 ZAZ Wagon weights approximately 19 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 ZAZ Wagon, 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 ZAZ Wagon (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 ZAZ Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Honda S500 | 2004 ZAZ Wagon | |
Make | Honda | ZAZ |
Model | S500 | Wagon |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 531 cc | 1091 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 79 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 |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2330 mm |