2004 Acura EL vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2004 Acura EL is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura EL weights approximately 17 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta. 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, 1976 Lancia Beta (177 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura EL | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | EL | Beta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
