2008 Honda FR-V vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 27 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 586 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | FR-V | Beta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
