2000 Kia Rio vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Kia Rio. 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, 2000 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Rio | Beta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2480 mm |
