1962 Honda S500 vs. 2002 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2002 Samsung SM3 is newer by 40 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Samsung SM3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Samsung SM3 (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Samsung SM3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Samsung SM3 weights approximately 480 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, 2002 Samsung SM3, 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, 2002 Samsung SM3 (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Samsung SM3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500. 2002 Samsung SM3 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. 2002 Samsung SM3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 2002 Samsung SM3 | |
Make | Honda | Samsung |
Model | S500 | SM3 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |