1986 Audi 100 vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 11 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
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, 1986 Audi 100 (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
