1963 Honda S500 vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 45 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia 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, 2008 Opel Insignia, 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, 2008 Opel Insignia (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Honda S500 | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | S500 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 531 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2737 mm |
