1974 Honda Life vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1978 Lancia Beta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Beta weights approximately 548 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. 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, 1978 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Life | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Life | Beta |
Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |