1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1962 Honda S500
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 28 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 880 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 1990 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 1962 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Rocky | S500 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2010 mm |
