2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz 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 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 82 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. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 48 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, 2006 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Jazz | Beta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
