1964 Honda S500 vs. 2011 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2011 Fiat Fiorino 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Fiorino (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 490 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, 2011 Fiat Fiorino, 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, 2011 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 2011 Fiat Fiorino | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | S500 | Fiorino |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |