1967 Lamborghini 400 vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lamborghini 400 (320 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Because 1967 Lamborghini 400 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 1967 Lamborghini 400. 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, 1967 Lamborghini 400 (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lamborghini 400 | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
| Model | 400 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 49 L |
