1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1973 Morris 1800
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Morris 1800 (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Morris 1800 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1973 Morris 1800 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1973 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1973 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Beta | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
