1974 Lada Riva vs. 1984 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1984 Lancia Beta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada Riva would be higher. At 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 57 kg more than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Because 1974 Lada Riva 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 1974 Lada Riva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Lancia Beta (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada Riva | 1984 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Lada | Lancia |
Model | Riva | Beta |
Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2360 mm |