2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 12 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Jazz | Beta |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1338 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 59 L |