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Honda S 500 1964

General information

ModelHonda S 500
Year1964
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating60 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size491 ccm (29.96 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Displacement491 ccm (29.96 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power39.00 PS (29 kW or 38 HP) at 8000 Rev. per min.
Max torque39.00 Nm (4.0 kgf-m or 28.8 ft.lbs) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0574 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space2860 litres (756 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight680 kg (1,499.1 pounds)
Overall length3310 mm (130.3 inches)
Overall width1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Overall height1210 mm (47.6 inches)
Wheelbase2010 mm (79.1 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originJapan
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