2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Mobilio (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 224 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Mobilio (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Mobilio | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Mobilio | Beta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
