1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1980 Lancia Beta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Beta weights approximately 90 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta.
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, 1979 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Delta | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Lancia | Lancia |
Model | Delta | Beta |
Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 49 L |