1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1981 Lancia Beta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 407 kg more than 1981 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Valiant | Beta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
