1963 Honda S500 vs. 2005 MG ZT
To start off, 2005 MG ZT is newer by 42 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG ZT (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZT weights approximately 759 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, 2005 MG ZT, 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, 2005 MG ZT (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Honda S500 | 2005 MG ZT | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | S500 | ZT |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 531 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
