2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1964 Honda S500
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 40 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 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Punto (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Punto weights approximately 285 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, 2004 Fiat Punto, 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, 2004 Fiat Punto (145 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1964 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | S500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
