1968 Audi 100 vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1979 Lancia Beta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 100 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Audi 100 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Because 1968 Audi 100 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 1968 Audi 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1968 Audi 100 (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi 100 | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
