1963 Honda S500 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 592 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran, 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 Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S500 | Touran |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 531 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |