1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 115 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 255 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Giulia | Beta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
