1976 Lancia Beta vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 28 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 195 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Lancia Beta (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Beta | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beta | Bora |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 12.0:1 |
| 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 | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
