1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1964 Honda S500
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 14 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 110 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1964 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charmant | S500 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2010 mm |
