1962 Honda S500 vs. 1996 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Swift is newer by 34 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Swift (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500.
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, 1996 Suzuki Swift, 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, 1996 Suzuki Swift (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Honda S500 | 1996 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | S500 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 492 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
