1987 Audi 80 vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1987 Audi 80 is newer by 4 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 80 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1983 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, 1987 Audi 80 (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 80 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
