1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1981 Lancia Beta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Beta weights approximately 320 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1961 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 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Beta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| 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 | 45 L |
