2002 Audi A6 vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 812 kg more than 1982 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 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, 2002 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A6 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |
