1962 Honda S500 vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 607 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 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 607 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 850 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 Peugeot 607, 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 Peugeot 607 (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | S500 | 607 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 2304 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |