1970 Dodge Challenger vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1982 Lancia Beta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Dodge Challenger (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 368 kg more than 1982 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, 1970 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Dodge Challenger | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Challenger | Beta |
Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2310 mm |