1962 Honda S500 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 36 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 727 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 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S500 | Golf |
Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |