1950 Morris Minor vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1982 Lancia Beta is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Beta weights approximately 246 kg more than 1950 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Morris Minor 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 1950 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Morris Minor | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Morris | Lancia |
Model | Minor | Beta |
Year Released | 1950 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2480 mm |