1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 515 kg more than 1977 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 Dodge Aspen (333 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Aspen | Beta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2360 mm |
