1964 Honda S500 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1627 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 Volkswagen Polo, 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 Volkswagen Polo (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Honda S500 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | S500 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 491 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
