2003 Honda That vs. 1984 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2003 Honda That is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Beta weights approximately 220 kg more than 2003 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda That 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, 1984 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda That | 1984 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | That | Beta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
