1989 Audi 100 vs. 1963 Honda S500
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 26 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 594 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, 1989 Audi 100, 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 100 | 1963 Honda S500 | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | 100 | S500 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2460 cc | 531 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1320 kg | 726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |