1986 Ford Sierra vs. 1963 Honda S500
To start off, 1986 Ford Sierra is newer by 23 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Sierra weights approximately 540 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 1986 Ford Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Honda S500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra 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, 1986 Ford Sierra (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Sierra | 1963 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | S500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 40 L |
