1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 1963 Honda S500
To start off, 1982 Fiat Vivace is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Honda S500 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 84 kg more than 1963 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Honda S500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1982 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Vivace | 1963 Honda S500 | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Vivace | S500 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 531 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2010 mm |