1984 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,111 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (321 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 65 kg more than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037.
Because 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 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 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
