2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 76 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Vamos (149 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Vamos | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Vamos | Beta |
Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 134 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 59 L |