1964 Honda S500 vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 44 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), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 856 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, 2008 Rover 75, 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, 2008 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 2008 Rover 75 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | S500 | 75 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
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 | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |