1980 Lancia Beta vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 26 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 65 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, 1980 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Beta | 206 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
