1962 Honda S500 vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1982 Seat Ronda is newer by 20 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 1,193 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Seat Ronda (61 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Seat Ronda weights approximately 220 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 1962 Honda S500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Honda S500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Seat Ronda (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1982 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | S500 | Ronda |
Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 1193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |