1978 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1980 Lancia Beta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Beta weights approximately 160 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Avenger | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
Model | Avenger | Beta |
Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |