1976 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 35 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 8 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 92 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Because 1976 Lancia Beta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Beta | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
| Model | Beta | Accent |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
