1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 860 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (447 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lancia Beta | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
Model | Beta | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |