1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1979 Lancia Beta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 530 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Lancia |
Model | Tickford | Beta |
Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |