1962 Honda S500 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 45 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (213 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 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 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, 2007 Mazda 6, 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500. 2007 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1962 Honda S500 has manual transmission. 1962 Honda S500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Honda S500 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S500 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 492 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
