1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1990 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Beta weights approximately 80 kg more than 1990 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1990 Morgan Plus 4 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 1990 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lancia Beta | 1990 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Lancia | Morgan |
Model | Beta | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |