2009 Audi A4 vs. 1962 Honda S500
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 47 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 850 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, 2009 Audi A4, 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, 2009 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1962 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | S500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
