2000 Audi RS4 vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2000 Audi RS4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi RS4 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi RS4 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, 2000 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi RS4 | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | RS4 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
