1964 Honda S500 vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo 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 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 330 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 Renault Kangoo, 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 Renault Kangoo (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | S500 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |