1964 Honda S500 vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 45 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1363 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 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | S500 | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 85 L |