1988 Lancia Hit vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1988 Lancia Hit is newer by 13 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 1988 Lancia Hit and 1975 Lancia Beta are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit 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, 1988 Lancia Hit 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Hit | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Hit | Beta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2310 mm |
