1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 14 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 155 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1040 kg |
