1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1964 Honda S500
To start off, 1984 Audi Quattro is newer by 20 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Quattro weights approximately 616 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 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Honda S500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro 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, 1984 Audi Quattro (251 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 1964 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Quattro | S500 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |
