1963 Honda S500 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 44 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1129 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 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Honda S500 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | S500 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 531 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
