1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 21 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. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
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, 1975 Lancia Beta (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 145 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
