2007 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Beta weights approximately 208 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Beta |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |