1967 Honda S800 vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S800 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 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 310 kg more than 1967 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Honda S800 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 1967 Honda S800. 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 (165 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S800 | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | S800 | Beta |
Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |