1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1970 AC 428
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AC 428 weights approximately 386 kg more than 1983 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, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 1970 AC 428 | |
| Make | Lancia | AC |
| Model | Beta | 428 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
