1986 Lancia Delta vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1986 Lancia Delta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. Both 1986 Lancia Delta and 1975 Lancia Beta are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Delta weights approximately 180 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Lancia Delta (291 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Delta | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Delta | Beta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
