1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 1985 Porsche 930 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 930 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Porsche 930 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 1985 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1985 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Beta | 930 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
