1986 Honda Jazz vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1986 Honda Jazz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 302 kg more than 1986 Honda Jazz. 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Jazz | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Jazz | Beta |
Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |