1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1963 Honda S500
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 34 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 593 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, 1997 Honda Prelude, 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1963 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Prelude | S500 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1319 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
