1999 Audi R8R vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Beta weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 R8R (330 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi R8R | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | R8R | Beta |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 165 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1200 mm |