1980 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Opel Agila
To start off, 2010 Opel Agila 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 59 more horse power than 2010 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Beta weights approximately 120 kg more than 2010 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Agila, 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, 1980 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 2010 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Beta | Agila |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 41 L |
