1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 29 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 290 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beta | Golf |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
