2005 Honda Accord vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 609 kg more than 1977 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Beta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
