1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1978 Lancia Beta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Beta weights approximately 208 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Because 1976 Alpine A 110 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 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Alpine | Lancia |
| Model | A 110 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
