1976 Lancia Beta vs. 2001 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 25 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (98 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 165 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, 2001 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Lancia Beta | 2001 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Beta | Polo |
Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |