1980 Lancia Beta vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 1995 Rover 600 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 600 (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 600 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1980 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, 1995 Rover 600 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 1995 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Beta | 600 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
