1962 Honda S500 vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 29 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 3,351 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 830 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | S500 | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 3351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |