2006 Audi TT vs. 1963 Honda S500
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 43 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 809 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 2006 Audi TT 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, 2006 Audi TT 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, 2006 Audi TT (281 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1963 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | S500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
