1962 Honda S500 vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Strada (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500.
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 Strada, 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 Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Strada 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 Strada | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | S500 | Strada |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4444 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1644 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2718 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |