1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 320 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Beta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 49 L |
