1964 Honda S500 vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 664 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 Opel Vectra, 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 Opel Vectra (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Honda S500 | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | S500 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 491 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
