1977 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, both 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1977 Lancia Beta were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 45 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | Spider | Beta |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 108 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |