1990 Honda Legend vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 15 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 535 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, 1990 Honda Legend (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta. 1990 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1975 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1975 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Legend | Beta |
Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |