1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1981 Lancia Beta is newer by 16 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Beta weights approximately 30 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, 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | Giulia | Beta |
Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 49 L |