1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 240 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 1989 Porsche 911 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 1989 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lancia Beta | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Beta | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |