1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1976 Morgan 4
To start off, 1976 Morgan 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 334 kg more than 1976 Morgan 4.
Because 1976 Morgan 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 1976 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1976 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1976 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1976 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Morgan |
| Model | Beta | 4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
