1963 Honda S500 vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Honda S500 would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Musa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Musa weights approximately 552 kg more than 1963 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Honda S500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Musa, 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, 2012 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500. 2012 Lancia Musa has automatic transmission and 1963 Honda S500 has manual transmission. 1963 Honda S500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Honda S500 | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | S500 | Musa |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 531 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
