1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 30 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 241 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, 2011 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Beta | Forte |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
