2008 Honda S2000 vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 202 kg more than 1982 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda S2000 | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | S2000 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
