1962 Honda S500 vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 558 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 Kia Forte, 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 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | S500 | Forte |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |