1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1981 Lancia Beta is newer by 23 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 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 130 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Aurelia | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Aurelia | Beta |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
