2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 30 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 595 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta. 1980 Lancia Beta has automatic transmission and 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Lancia Beta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Beta |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4382 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1867 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1257 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
