1991 Audi 100 vs. 1962 Honda S500
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 29 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 820 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 1991 Audi 100 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, 1991 Audi 100 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, 1991 Audi 100 (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1962 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | S500 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
