1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Beta weights approximately 388 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Lancia Beta (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 1997 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1973 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1973 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Beta | Today |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
