2000 Honda City vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2000 Honda City is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Beta weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Honda City.
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, 2000 Honda City (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda City | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | City | Beta |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |