1999 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1964 Honda S500
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 35 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 988 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Cuore weights approximately 15 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, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore, 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, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Cuore | 1964 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Cuore | S500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
