1976 Lancia Beta vs. 1969 Morris Minor
To start off, 1976 Lancia Beta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Beta weights approximately 175 kg more than 1969 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Morris Minor 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 1969 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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 Lancia Beta (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Beta | 1969 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Beta | Minor |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2190 mm |
