1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 27 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 1979 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Beta | Polo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |