1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1964 Honda S500
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 25 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 90 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, 1989 Fiat Uno, 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 Fiat Uno (85 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1964 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Uno | S500 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |
