1998 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Lantra 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 95 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Lancia Beta (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Lantra | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Lantra | Beta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
