1962 Honda S500 vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 856 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 Peugeot 407, 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 Peugeot 407 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Honda S500 | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | S500 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 492 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
