1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 402 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lancia |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Beta |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
