1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 16 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Lancia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Beta | 33 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
