1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 44 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Honda Shuttle (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Shuttle | Beta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
