1963 Honda S500 vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 47 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 3,651 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1474 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 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Honda S500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Honda S500 | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Honda | Hummer |
Model | S500 | H3 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 531 cc | 3651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 87 L |