1949 Austin 16 vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1981 Lancia Beta is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Because 1949 Austin 16 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 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | 16 | Beta |
Year Released | 1949 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |