2000 Honda Z vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2000 Honda Z 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Beta weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z 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, 1981 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Z | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Z | Beta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 49 L |
