2001 Lada 111 vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2001 Lada 111 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada 111 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta.
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 Lada 111 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Lada 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada 111 | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | 111 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 49 L |
