1962 Honda S500 vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 27 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), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 611 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 1989 Lancia Delta 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, 1989 Lancia Delta 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Honda S500 | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | S500 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| 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 | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |
