1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Beta weights approximately 12 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lancia |
| Model | Lancer | Beta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
