2003 Honda City vs. 1962 Honda S500
To start off, 2003 Honda City is newer by 41 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda City weights approximately 260 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, 2003 Honda City, 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, 2003 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda City | 1962 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | City | S500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
