1962 Honda S500 vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1980 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 18 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 970 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Suzuki Jimny (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 125 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.
Because 1980 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Honda S500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Suzuki Jimny (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1980 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | S500 | Jimny |
Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |