1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1978 Lancia Beta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Beta weights approximately 210 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1968 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | GTA | Beta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 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 |
