1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 19 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 60 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Beta | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
