1999 Honda HR-V vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Beta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda HR-V weights approximately 140 kg more than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V 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, 1982 Lancia Beta (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | HR-V | Beta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
