2006 Honda Element vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 25 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Beta weights approximately 147 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Element | Beta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
