1962 Honda S500 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 49 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 685 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, 2011 Citroen C5, 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500. 2011 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1962 Honda S500 has manual transmission. 1962 Honda S500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Honda S500 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | S500 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 492 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
