1964 Honda S500 vs. 1962 Morris 1100
To start off, 1964 Honda S500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris 1100 would be higher. At 1,096 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Morris 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Morris 1100 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Morris 1100 should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Morris 1100 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1964 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Honda S500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Morris 1100, 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, 1962 Morris 1100 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1962 Morris 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 1962 Morris 1100 | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | S500 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 1096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |