1974 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1982 Lancia Beta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 940 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.
Because 1974 De Tomaso Deauville 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 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1982 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1982 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 De Tomaso Deauville | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lancia |
| Model | Deauville | Beta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
