1954 Austin A vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 931 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta. 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, 1954 Austin A (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A | Beta |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 59 L |
