2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1964 Honda S500
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 39 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), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 225 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, 2003 Fiat Palio, 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1964 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio | S500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
