1962 Honda S500 vs. 2001 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2001 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sequoia (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 934 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 2001 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (430 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500. 2001 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Honda S500 | 2001 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S500 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 492 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
