1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1969 Moretti 127
To start off, 1979 Lancia Beta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti 127 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1969 Moretti 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 330 kg more than 1969 Moretti 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Lancia Beta 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 1979 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Moretti 127, 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, 1979 Lancia Beta (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti 127. (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 1969 Moretti 127 | |
| Make | Lancia | Moretti |
| Model | Beta | 127 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
