1964 Honda S500 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 42 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1218 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 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Honda S500 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | S500 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 491 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
