1964 Honda S500 vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 19 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), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 356 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, 1983 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500. 1983 Lancia Beta has automatic transmission and 1964 Honda S500 has manual transmission. 1964 Honda S500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Lancia Beta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | S500 | Beta |
Year Released | 1964 | 1983 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
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 | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |