2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1984 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 21 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Beta (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 169 kg more than 1984 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 1984 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Accent | Beta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
