1980 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 30 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix20. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Because 1980 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 1980 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix20, 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, 2010 Hyundai ix20 (260 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 2010 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
| Model | Beta | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
