1973 Fiat 127 vs. 1962 Honda S500
To start off, 1973 Fiat 127 is newer by 11 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 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 127 (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 127 weights approximately 25 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 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, 1973 Fiat 127, 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, 1973 Fiat 127 (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 127 | 1962 Honda S500 | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 127 | S500 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |