1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1962 Honda S500
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 8 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 505 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1962 Honda S500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Comodoro | S500 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2010 mm |