1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1980 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1980 Lancia Gamma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. Both 1977 Lancia Beta and 1980 Lancia Gamma are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Gamma. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 295 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Because 1977 Lancia Beta 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 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Gamma, 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, 1980 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1980 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 1980 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Beta | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
