1969 AMC AMX vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1981 Lancia Beta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC AMX (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC AMX weights approximately 402 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 AMC AMX 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 1969 AMC AMX. 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, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | AMC | Lancia |
| Model | AMX | Beta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
