1978 Lancia Beta vs. 1975 Audi Fox
To start off, 1978 Lancia Beta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi Fox would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Beta weights approximately 126 kg more than 1975 Audi Fox. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Beta | 1975 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Beta | Fox |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
