1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1984 Innocenti 990 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Beta weights approximately 324 kg more than 1984 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | 990 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2550 mm |
