1982 Lancia Beta vs. 1969 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1982 Lancia Beta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo 1800 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1982 Lancia Beta. 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, 1969 Volvo 1800 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Beta | 1969 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Beta | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
