1964 Honda S500 vs. 1986 Lada Niva
To start off, 1986 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Honda S500 would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada Niva weights approximately 470 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 1986 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Honda S500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lada Niva 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, 1986 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 1986 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | S500 | Niva |
Year Released | 1964 | 1986 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |