1982 Audi 80 vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 80 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 80 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Lancia Beta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Audi 80 (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 80 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
