2005 Honda Z vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z 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, 1979 Lancia Beta (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Z | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Z | Beta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
