1999 Honda Life vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1999 Honda Life 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Beta weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life 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, 1976 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Life | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Life | Beta |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |