1962 Honda S500 vs. 2010 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Kuga weights approximately 860 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 2010 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Honda S500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 2010 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | S500 | Kuga |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |