1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1978 Lancia Beta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,924 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 261 kg more than 1978 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (283 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | Dino | Beta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
