1978 Austin Marina vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1978 Austin Marina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta 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 56 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Beta weights approximately 118 kg more than 1978 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Austin Marina 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 1978 Austin Marina. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Marina | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | Marina | Beta |
Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |