1964 Honda S500 vs. 1999 Opel Signum
To start off, 1999 Opel Signum is newer by 35 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 930 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, 1999 Opel Signum, 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, 1999 Opel Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 1999 Opel Signum | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | S500 | Signum |
Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |