1962 Honda S500 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 452 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 Volkswagen Polo, 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 Volkswagen Polo (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S500 | Polo |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |