The 1978 Lancia Beta has 14 ignition parts with verified fitment on this page — 4 part types and 9 brands, covering the 1.8L L4 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 1978 Lancia Beta, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules. Most of the listed parts are Ignition Control Module (ICM) (7 parts), Ignition Breaker Points (3 parts) and Distributor Rotor (2 parts). The other 1 part type covers the remaining 2 parts.
The 1978 Lancia Beta came with a single engine, the 1.8L L4, and every part is verified against it.
9 brands supply ignition parts for the 1978 Lancia Beta, led by STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS (5 parts), UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS (2 parts) and LILAND GLOBAL (1 part), plus 6 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement and Economy.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 1978 Lancia Beta. 2 parts have it, including STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LX301T (Ignition Control Module (ICM)) and UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS M1906 (Ignition Control Module (ICM)). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Distributor Rotor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LILAND GLOBAL | MA307LG | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | PremiumBlack Brass | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | MA307 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Distributor # SM800, SM801vendor # Marelli | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Distributor rotors. Typical signs include shudder under braking, or a lip at the outer edge. Do not put new pads on a rotor that is below minimum thickness.
2 Distributor Rotor parts are listed for the 1978 Lancia Beta, from LILAND GLOBAL and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS.
Listed part numbers: LILAND GLOBAL MA307LG and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS MA307.
Ignition Breaker Points
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FACET | 14939 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Vendor: Marelli | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | MA3465 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS | 4P1049 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
This table covers the breaker points in a points-type distributor.
3 Ignition Breaker Points parts for the 1978 Lancia Beta come from 3 brands — FACET, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS.
Part numbers include FACET 14939, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS MA3465 and WELLS 4P1049.
Ignition Coil Mounting Bracket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | CB1 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS | CB2 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with Breaker Point IgnitionMarelli | View on Amazon |
This table covers the brackets that mount the Ignition Coil Mounting. Typical signs include a cracked mount, a rattle, or a bracket that no longer holds alignment. Confirm position in the notes. Many brackets look alike and bolt to different corners.
2 Ignition Coil Mounting Bracket parts are listed for the 1978 Lancia Beta, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS.
Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS CB1 and UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS CB2.
Ignition Control Module (ICM)
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular | LX301T | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | T-Series | View on Amazon |
| ULTRA-POWER | LX301 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular | M1906 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | OE Design | View on Amazon |
| DELPHI | DS10071 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| HOLSTEIN | 2IGM0036 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | LX301 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| WAI GLOBAL | DM1906 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Ignition control modules.
7 Ignition Control Module (ICM) parts for the 1978 Lancia Beta come from 6 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, ULTRA-POWER, UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LX301T.
The Economy section lists 2 options from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and ULTRA-POWER — the catalog's value-priced group. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LX301T is listed in this group.
In the Standard Replacement grade, UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS, DELPHI, HOLSTEIN and 2 other brands supply 5 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS M1906.
Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LX301T, ULTRA-POWER LX301 and UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS M1906, among others listed above.
Buying Ignition Parts for a 1978 Lancia Beta
On this vehicle, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules.
- Confirm you have the 1.8L L4 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace plugs and wires (or coil boots) as a set — one weak cylinder makes the whole set feel bad.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Ignition Control Module (ICM) and Ignition Breaker Points .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ignition parts fit the 1978 Lancia Beta?
Our catalog currently lists 14 ignition parts for the 1978 Lancia Beta across 4 subcategories and 9 brands, covering the 1.8L L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of ignition problems on a 1978 Lancia Beta?
Common symptoms include misfires under load, rough idle, flashing check-engine light, or poor starting in damp weather. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace plugs and wires (or coil boots) as a set — one weak cylinder makes the whole set feel bad.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1978 Lancia Beta was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1978 Lancia Beta?
Every part on this page is matched to the 1.8L L4 engine. Then gap matters even on “pre-gapped” plugs — verify against spec, and replace coil boots when they come off a high-mileage engine. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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