1964 Honda S500 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 25 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 435 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, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado, 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, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S500 | Corrado |
Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |