2000 Acura Integra vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 24 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura Integra weights approximately 5 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.
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, 1976 Lancia Beta (177 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 2000 Acura Integra 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. 2000 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | Integra | Beta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
