2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1963 Honda S500
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 44 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 324 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 1963 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 1963 Honda S500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia, 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, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500. 2007 Daihatsu Materia has automatic transmission and 1963 Honda S500 has manual transmission. 1963 Honda S500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Materia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1963 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Materia | S500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
