1974 Lancia Beta vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 1994 Porsche 928 is newer by 20 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 928 weights approximately 490 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Beta | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Beta | 928 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
