1962 Honda S500 vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1975 Mazda Familia is newer by 13 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 1,271 cc, 1975 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Familia weights approximately 120 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Honda S500 | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S500 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 492 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
