1995 Audi Coupe vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1995 Audi Coupe is newer by 19 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi Coupe (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi Coupe weights approximately 524 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe 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, 1995 Audi Coupe (357 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi Coupe | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | Coupe | Beta |
Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |