1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1974 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Because 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (109 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1974 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | Spider | Beta |
Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |