1962 Honda S500 vs. 2004 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2004 Opel Tigra is newer by 42 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Tigra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Tigra weights approximately 555 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, 2004 Opel Tigra, 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, 2004 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Honda S500 | 2004 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | S500 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 492 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
