1962 Honda S500 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Colt 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 265 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 Mitsubishi Colt, 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 Mitsubishi Colt (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 1999 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | S500 | Colt |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |