1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 55 kg more than 1977 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 Ferrari Dino (225 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | Dino | Beta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
