1964 Honda S500 vs. 2010 Dacia Duster

To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 46 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 520 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, 2010 Dacia Duster, 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, 2010 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Honda S500 2010 Dacia Duster
Make Honda Dacia
Model S500 Duster
Year Released 1964 2010
Body Type Roadster SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 491 cc 1461 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 38 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 39 Nm 177 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
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 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 3310 mm 4315 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1822 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2673 mm