1962 Honda S500 vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Tata Indica (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 2006 Tata Indica | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | S500 | Indica |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |