1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Beta weights approximately 183 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 1973 Lancia Beta (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Alfasud | Beta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
