1963 Honda S500 vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra 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, 2007 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Honda S500 | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S500 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 531 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |