1962 Honda S500 vs. 1972 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1972 Peugeot 404 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Honda S500 would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Peugeot 404 (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1962 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Honda S500 | 1972 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | S500 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 492 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
