1964 Honda S500 vs. 2005 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2005 Lancia Musa is newer by 41 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Musa (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Musa weights approximately 550 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, 2005 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, 2005 Lancia Musa (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500. 2005 Lancia Musa 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. 2005 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Honda S500 | 2005 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | S500 | Musa |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 491 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
