1977 Honda Accord vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1978 Lancia Beta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Beta weights approximately 148 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. 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, 1978 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Beta |
Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |