2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 1963 Honda S500
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1116 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 1963 Honda S500 | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Caravan | S500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 531 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |