1962 Honda S500 vs. 2011 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2011 Ford Galaxy 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 1099 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 Ford Galaxy, 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 Ford Galaxy (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Honda S500 | 2011 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | S500 | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 492 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1779 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
