1962 Honda S500 vs. 1988 Lancia Hit
To start off, 1988 Lancia Hit is newer by 26 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Hit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Honda S500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 1988 Lancia Hit | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | S500 | Hit |
Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |