1964 Honda S500 vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 32 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 1996 Honda Today is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Today weights approximately 30 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 1996 Honda Today 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, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1996 Honda Today (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Today will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500. 1996 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1964 Honda S500 has manual transmission. 1964 Honda S500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | S500 | Today |
Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |