1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1992 Morgan 4
To start off, 1992 Morgan 4 is newer by 13 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Morgan 4. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1992 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 175 kg more than 1992 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, 1979 Lancia Beta (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 1992 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Lancia | Morgan |
Model | Beta | 4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |