1991 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1962 Honda S500
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Nova 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 758 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, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Nova | 1962 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Nova | S500 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2010 mm |
