2007 Audi S4 vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | S4 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
