1980 Audi 200 vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1980 Audi 200 is newer by 1 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 200 weights approximately 266 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.
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, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 200 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 49 L |
