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Honda S500

General information

ModelHonda S500
Year1962
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size492 ccm (30.02 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Displacement492 ccm (30.02 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power39.00 PS (29 kW or 38 HP) at 8000 Rev. per min.
Max torque39.00 Nm (4.0 kgf-m or 28.8 ft.lbs) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0574 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space2860 litres (756 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle9 m (338.6 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight680 kg (1,499.1 pounds)
Overall length3310 mm (130.3 inches)
Overall width1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Overall height1210 mm (47.6 inches)
Wheelbase2010 mm (79.1 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)
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