1982 Bitter SC vs. 1962 Honda S500
To start off, 1982 Bitter SC is newer by 20 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 920 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 1962 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | SC | S500 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |
