1964 Honda S500 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 1336 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 Mercedes-Benz Vito, 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 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S500 | Vito |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 78 L |