1984 Audi 90 vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1977 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, 1984 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 90 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
