1964 Honda S500 vs. 1989 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1989 Lancia Y10 is newer by 25 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Y10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Y10 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Y10 weights approximately 136 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, 1989 Lancia Y10, 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, 1989 Lancia Y10 (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Y10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 1989 Lancia Y10 | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | S500 | Y10 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2170 mm |