1964 Honda S500 vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Outback weights approximately 875 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 2012 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Honda S500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback 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, 2012 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Honda S500 | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | S500 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 491 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1555 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
