1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 205 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1977 Lancia Beta (165 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 1977 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Giulietta | Beta |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 59 L |
