1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 32 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 473 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 1979 Lancia Beta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta. 2011 Honda Accord 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. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Beta | Accord |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
