1994 Honda Today vs. 1984 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Beta weights approximately 330 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.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 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 | 1984 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Today | Beta |
Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |