1964 Honda S500 vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1973 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Honda S500 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 280 kg more than 1964 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Honda S500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | S500 | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1964 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |