2002 Tata Indigo vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2002 Tata Indigo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Beta weights approximately 16 kg more than 2002 Tata Indigo. 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, 1980 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Indigo. 1980 Lancia Beta has automatic transmission and 2002 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2002 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Lancia Beta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Tata Indigo | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Tata | Lancia |
| Model | Indigo | Beta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
