1982 Lancia Beta vs. 1963 Moretti Panoramica
To start off, 1982 Lancia Beta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1963 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Beta weights approximately 262 kg more than 1963 Moretti Panoramica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1982 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Beta | 1963 Moretti Panoramica | |
| Make | Lancia | Moretti |
| Model | Beta | Panoramica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2160 mm |
