2005 Fiat Marea Weekend vs. 1962 Honda S500
To start off, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend is newer by 43 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend weights approximately 545 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, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend, 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, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Marea Weekend | 1962 Honda S500 | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Marea Weekend | S500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |