1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1994 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 806 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 806 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1977 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, 1994 Peugeot 806 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 1994 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Beta | 806 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
