1980 Lancia Beta vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 357 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta.
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, 2004 Opel Zafira (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Beta | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |
