1962 Honda S500 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 789 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 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500. 2011 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | S500 | Accord |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |