1962 Honda S500 vs. 2005 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander 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 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mahindra Commander (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mahindra Commander should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 690 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 Mahindra Commander 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 Mahindra Commander 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 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 2005 Mahindra Commander | |
Make | Honda | Mahindra |
Model | S500 | Commander |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 2112 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |