1965 Lancia Flavia vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1979 Lancia Beta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 190 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Because 1965 Lancia Flavia 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 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flavia | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Flavia | Beta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.8 mm |
| 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 | 1190 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
