1999 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1963 Honda S500
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 36 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 989 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 84 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, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion, 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 Sirion (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Sirion | 1963 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Sirion | S500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
