1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 45 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1960 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 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Giulietta | Beta |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
