1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 295 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beta | Touran |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
