1963 Honda S500 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,501 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Honda S500 | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S500 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 531 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 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 Length | 3310 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |