1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 38 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 650 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.
Because 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 2013 BMW 1 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Beta | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 53 L |
