1974 Lancia Beta vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (240 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta.
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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (366 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Beta | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Lancia | TVR |
| Model | Beta | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 57 L |
