1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Beta weights approximately 85 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 33 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
