1964 Honda S500 vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 11 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 360 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, 1975 Lancia Beta, 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Honda S500 | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | S500 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 491 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 51 L |
