1964 Honda S500 vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 48 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 360 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, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Honda S500 | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | S500 | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 491 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 49 L |
