1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 22 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 135 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 145 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
