1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 1988 Acura Integra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta.
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, 1988 Acura Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta. 1988 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1979 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1979 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Lancia | Acura |
| Model | Beta | Integra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
