1964 Honda S500 vs. 1991 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 405 is newer by 27 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Peugeot 405 (90 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 410 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, 1991 Peugeot 405, 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, 1991 Peugeot 405 (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1991 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Honda S500 | 1991 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | S500 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 491 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
