1994 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1963 Honda S500
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 31 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 514 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica, 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Corsica | 1963 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corsica | S500 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |
