1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1978 Lancia Beta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Beta weights approximately 105 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, both vehicles can yield 108 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Giulietta | Beta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 49 L |
