1974 Lancia Beta vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1979 Plymouth Volare is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 465 kg more than 1974 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Plymouth Volare 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 1979 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1979 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (109 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lancia Beta | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
Model | Beta | Volare |
Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |