1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1988 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Colt is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 130 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1988 Plymouth Colt (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 1988 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
| Model | Beta | Colt |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2400 mm |
