1977 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 33 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 515 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.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Lancia Beta | 2010 Audi TT | |
Make | Lancia | Audi |
Model | Beta | TT |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1351 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |