1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1969 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Seven (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 426 kg more than 1969 Lotus Seven.
Because 1969 Lotus Seven is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Seven (123 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm). This means 1969 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 1969 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Beta | Seven |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
