1999 Audi A2 vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1999 Audi A2 is newer by 22 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A2 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Audi A2.
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, 1999 Audi A2 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A2 | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A2 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 51 L |
