1962 Honda S500 vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 44 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 2,262 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 130 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 2006 Mazda Tribute 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | S500 | Tribute |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 2262 cc |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |