1962 Honda S500 vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500.
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 Opel Insignia, 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 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500. 2011 Opel Insignia 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 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | S500 | Insignia |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2737 mm |