2001 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 20 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1981 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, 2001 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A6 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
