1964 Honda S500 vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Altima weights approximately 397 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, 2009 Nissan Altima, 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, 2009 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Honda S500 | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | S500 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 491 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
