1976 Audi 100 vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, both 1976 Audi 100 and 1976 Lancia Beta were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta.
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, 1976 Lancia Beta (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Audi 100 | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | 100 | Beta |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |