1986 Honda Integra vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1986 Honda Integra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Beta weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Honda Integra.
Because 1980 Lancia Beta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Integra | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Integra | Beta |
Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |