1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1996 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 19 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Parati (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Parati.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Parati (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 1996 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beta | Parati |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
