1980 Lancia Beta vs. 1997 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 17 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), 1997 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Beta weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1997 Morgan Plus 4 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 1997 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lancia Beta | 1997 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Lancia | Morgan |
Model | Beta | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |