1961 Ford Popular vs. 2002 Honda S2000
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1961 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S2000 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1961 Ford Popular. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Popular | 2002 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Popular | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
