1984 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1984 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta. 2011 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1984 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1984 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Beta | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Beta | A4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
