1976 Lancia Beta vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Beta weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Beta | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Beta | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
