1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1981 Lancia Beta is newer by 2 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (88 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 25 kg more than 1981 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, 1979 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Delta | Beta |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
