1973 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 291 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Beta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
