1989 Audi 200 vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1989 Audi 200 is newer by 14 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 200 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. 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, 1989 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 200 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 51 L |
