1991 Honda CRX vs. 1974 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lancia Beta weights approximately 10 kg more than 1991 Honda CRX.
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 Honda CRX (121 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (109 Nm). This means 1991 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda CRX | 1974 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | CRX | Beta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |
