1962 Honda S500 vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 43 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 849 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson, 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (250 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Honda S500 | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | S500 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 492 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1529 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
