1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1980 Lancia Beta is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 320 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Because 1949 AC 2-Litre 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 1949 AC 2-Litre. 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, 1949 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1949 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1949 AC 2-Litre | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
Make | AC | Lancia |
Model | 2-Litre | Beta |
Year Released | 1949 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 49 L |