1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 33 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG TF weights approximately 146 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 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, 2008 MG TF (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | Lancia | MG |
| Model | Beta | TF |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
