1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1979 Lancia Beta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 120 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, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 49 L |
