1999 Audi S8 vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 23 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 710 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 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta. 1999 Audi S8 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. 1999 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | S8 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |
