2006 Kia Rio vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio 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, 1981 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 144 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 Kia Rio (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Rio | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Rio | Beta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 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 | 1144 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
