1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 3 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Beta weights approximately 50 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe.
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 (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | Coupe | Beta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
