1987 Citroen CX vs. 1964 Honda S500
To start off, 1987 Citroen CX is newer by 23 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 545 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 1964 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 1964 Honda S500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX, 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, 1987 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1964 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | S500 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
