2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 81 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 205 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta.
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 Hyundai Accent (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Accent | Beta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |
