1964 Honda S500 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 47 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1165 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 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | S500 | Captiva |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |