1964 Honda S500 vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 700 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, 2004 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, 2004 Opel Signum (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | S500 | Signum |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| 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 | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
