1978 Lancia Beta vs. 1995 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Morgan 4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1995 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Beta weights approximately 188 kg more than 1995 Morgan 4. 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, 1978 Lancia Beta (165 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Morgan 4. (160 Nm). This means 1978 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Beta | 1995 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Morgan |
| Model | Beta | 4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
