1984 Lancia Delta vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. Both 1984 Lancia Delta and 1973 Lancia Beta are equipped with a 1,585 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Delta weights approximately 10 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta. 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, 1984 Lancia Delta (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Delta | Beta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |
