1991 Audi V8 vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1991 Audi V8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi V8 weights approximately 712 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 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, 1991 Audi V8 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta. 1991 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1981 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1981 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | V8 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
