1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1980 Lancia Beta

To start off, 1980 Lancia Beta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1958 Lancia Aurelia 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 1958 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Lancia Aurelia 1980 Lancia Beta
Make Lancia Lancia
Model Aurelia Beta
Year Released 1958 1980
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2456 cc 1297 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 110 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 70.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.5 mm 78.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2360 mm


 

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