1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1978 Lancia Beta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 327 kg more than 1978 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (295 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dart | Beta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
