1980 Audi Sport vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | Sport | Beta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 49 L |
