1962 Honda S500 vs. 2010 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2010 Fiat Siena is newer by 48 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Siena (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Siena weights approximately 415 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, 2010 Fiat Siena, 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, 2010 Fiat Siena (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 2010 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | S500 | Siena |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |