1993 Honda Legend vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 545 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta. 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Legend | Beta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |
