1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 330 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta. 1996 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1975 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1975 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Beta | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
