1981 Audi UR vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1982 Lancia Beta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi UR would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 202 kg more than 1982 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR 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, 1981 Audi UR (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | UR | Beta |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
