1994 Honda Today vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 375 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. 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, 1977 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Today | Beta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
