1963 Honda S500 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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 1,423 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 131 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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi, 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 Volkswagen Citi (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Honda S500 | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S500 | Citi |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 531 cc | 1423 cc |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 857 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 49 L |