1963 Honda S500 vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 43 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 724 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 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Honda S500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Honda S500 | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | S500 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 531 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
