1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 24 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 2,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 587 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lancia Beta | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Beta | Passat |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1587 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 62 L |