1991 Audi 80 vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1980 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, 1991 Audi 80 (182 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 80 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |
