2003 Holden Frontera vs. 1963 Honda S500
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 40 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 974 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 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Honda S500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Frontera | 1963 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Frontera | S500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
