1962 Honda S500 vs. 2005 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 892 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 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 2005 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | S500 | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |