1962 Honda S500 vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 715 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 Opel Astra, 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 Opel Astra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | S500 | Astra |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |