1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 513 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta. 2010 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1975 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1975 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Beta | Accord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
