1963 Honda S500 vs. 2008 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tazz 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tazz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 222 kg more 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 Toyota Tazz, 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 Toyota Tazz (104 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Honda S500 | 2008 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S500 | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 531 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 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 | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
