1963 Honda S500 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 48 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Honda S500 | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | S500 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 531 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |
