1964 Honda S500 vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 39 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 690 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | S500 | Premacy |
Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 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 | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |