1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 1974 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Avanti Avanti is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 580 kg more than 1974 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, 1983 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1983 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Avanti Avanti | 1974 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Avanti | Lancia |
| Model | Avanti | Beta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 59 L |
