1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 38 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 1024 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.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (175 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Beta | A8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3122 mm |
