1962 Honda S500 vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 1092 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 SsangYong Actyon, 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 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Honda S500 | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | S500 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 492 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
