1964 Honda S500 vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 815 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S500 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |