1985 Audi 100 vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 194 kg more than 1975 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, 1985 Audi 100 (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
