1964 Honda S500 vs. 2005 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Reno is newer by 41 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 562 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, 2005 Suzuki Reno, 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, 2005 Suzuki Reno (170 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Honda S500 | 2005 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | S500 | Reno |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 491 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
