1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Coupe weights approximately 60 kg more than 1973 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, 1984 Audi Coupe (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | Coupe | Beta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 51 L |
