1963 Honda S500 vs. 2008 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Splash 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Splash is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Splash (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 324 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, 2008 Suzuki Splash, 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 Suzuki Splash (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Splash will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Honda S500 | 2008 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | S500 | Splash |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 531 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 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 | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
