1964 Honda S500 vs. 1991 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1991 Subaru Legacy 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Subaru Legacy 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 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 Subaru Legacy, 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 Subaru Legacy (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1991 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 1991 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | S500 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1964 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |