1994 Audi A4 vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1994 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A4 weights approximately 149 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta.
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, 1983 Lancia Beta (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A4 | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A4 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
