1992 Honda CRX vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1992 Honda CRX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Beta weights approximately 115 kg more than 1992 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, 1976 Lancia Beta (177 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda CRX | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | CRX | Beta |
Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |