1963 Honda S500 vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 789 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, 2011 Kia Carens, 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 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Honda S500 | 2011 Kia Carens | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | S500 | Carens |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 531 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |