1962 Honda S500 vs. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 850 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Hi-Ace (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S500 | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1530 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |