1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1979 Lancia Beta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph GT6 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 140 kg more than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Beta | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 44 L |
