1964 Honda S500 vs. 1993 Renault Express
To start off, 1993 Renault Express is newer by 29 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Express (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Express should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Express weights approximately 140 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, 1993 Renault Express, 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, 1993 Renault Express (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 1993 Renault Express | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | S500 | Express |
Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |