1984 Honda Quintet vs. 1957 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 1984 Honda Quintet is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Quintet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Porsche 550 A (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Porsche 550 A should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Quintet weights approximately 378 kg more than 1957 Porsche 550 A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Quintet | 1957 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Quintet | 550 A |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2110 mm |
