2003 Honda City vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2003 Honda City is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Beta weights approximately 128 kg more than 2003 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Lancia Beta 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 1978 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda City, 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, 1978 Lancia Beta (165 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm). This means 1978 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda City | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | City | Beta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
