1962 Honda S500 vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Honda | Land Rover |
Model | S500 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 39 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |