1962 Honda S500 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 50 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Honda S500 | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | S500 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 492 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
