1974 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 500 kg more than 1974 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT (349 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Beta | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Beta | TT |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
