1962 Honda S500 vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 51 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), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 838 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 2013 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Honda S500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | S500 | Patriot |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
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 | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1697 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 51 L |