1955 Austin A 135 vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 135 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Austin A 135 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 1955 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1955 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 135 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2480 mm |
