1974 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (165 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Spider | Beta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
