1963 Honda S500 vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Honda S500 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 854 kg more than 1963 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Honda S500 | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S500 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 531 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
