1973 BMW Touring vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 10 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1973 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | Touring | Beta |
Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |