1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta.
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 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Beta | P4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
