1964 Honda S500 vs. 2004 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 40 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 790 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 2004 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500. 2004 Chevrolet S-10 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. 2004 Chevrolet S-10 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Honda S500 | 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | S500 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 491 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3130 mm |
