1962 Honda S500 vs. 2010 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2010 Renault Sandero 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Sandero (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Sandero should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Sandero weights approximately 431 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 Renault Sandero, 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 Renault Sandero (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 2010 Renault Sandero | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | S500 | Sandero |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1111 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |