1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 31 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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 A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta. 2010 Audi A4 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. 2010 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Beta | A4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
