1963 Honda S500 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo 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 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1963 Honda S500 has manual transmission. 1963 Honda S500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Honda S500 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | S500 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| 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 | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
