1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 136 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 33 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
