1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1974 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1974 Lancia Beta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lancia Beta weights approximately 180 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (109 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1974 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | GTA | Beta |
Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
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 | 820 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 49 L |