1980 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 31 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, 2011 Audi A5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 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, 2011 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Beta | A5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |
