2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1962 Honda S500
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 45 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 980 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159, 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1962 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 159 | S500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
