1992 Honda Concerto vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1992 Honda Concerto is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Beta weights approximately 63 kg more than 1992 Honda Concerto. 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, 1973 Lancia Beta (144 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Concerto | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Concerto | Beta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
