1963 Honda S500 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 49 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), 2012 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 399 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, 2012 Fiat Panda, 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500. 2012 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 1963 Honda S500 has manual transmission. 1963 Honda S500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Honda S500 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | S500 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| 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 | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 30 L |
