1982 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Beta 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 6 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Beta weights approximately 168 kg more than 2005 Morgan 4. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Beta | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Morgan |
| Model | Beta | 4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
