1962 Honda S500 vs. 1999 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1999 Mazda MPV is newer by 37 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda MPV weights approximately 1040 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, 1999 Mazda MPV, 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, 1999 Mazda MPV (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Honda S500 | 1999 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S500 | MPV |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 492 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
