1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1998 Honda Shuttle is newer by 22 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 492 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 1976 Lancia Beta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Shuttle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Honda Shuttle (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta. 1998 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1976 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1976 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Shuttle | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Shuttle | Beta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
