1962 Honda S500 vs. 2001 Ford Laser
To start off, 2001 Ford Laser is newer by 39 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Laser weights approximately 435 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, 2001 Ford Laser, 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, 2001 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500. 2001 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1962 Honda S500 has manual transmission. 1962 Honda S500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 2001 Ford Laser | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | S500 | Laser |
Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |